Commis Chef
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,061 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Please note the annual salary quoted is inclusive of a market supplement to ensure the annual pay rate aligns with our commitment as a voluntary living wage employer. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bath, Bath & N E Somerset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Bath |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KD13363 |
Summary
This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter Bonus* (£1,000) and Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus.
About the role
Ready to level up your chef career? Join our kitchen team and work across a range of exciting outlets, from global street food to fine dining (definitely not school dinners).
What you'll do
Support the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, delicious food
Work in a fast-paced, professional environment
Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene
Learn, develop, and grow alongside experienced chefs
This is a full-time role (36.5 hours per week on a 5/7 contract) with early, mid, and late shifts (7:30am–8:30pm), including weekend work, based at a world-class university.
About you
You’re passionate, motivated, and ready to grow as a chef in a busy, rewarding kitchen.
A real passion for cooking great food, with previous junior chef experience ideal but not essential
An NVQ in Food Preparation is a bonus, with full training provided for the right candidate
Someone who thrives under pressure and enjoys a varied, fast-paced environment
A positive attitude with strong teamwork skills — personality matters just as much as ability
Eagerness to learn, develop, and be part of a supportive, hardworking team
Further information:
This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 36.5 hours per week.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jane Hately, Recruitment and Staff Engagement Coordinator on jh3809@bath.ac.uk,however please ensure that you submit your application through the university website.
Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, we can offer you a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time roles.
This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’ when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' and email campusserviceshr@bath.ac.uk the name of the person who referred you.
Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.
About the role
Ready to level up your chef career? Join our kitchen team and work across a range of exciting outlets, from global street food to fine dining (definitely not school dinners).
What you'll do
Support the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, delicious food
Work in a fast-paced, professional environment
Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene
Learn, develop, and grow alongside experienced chefs
This is a full-time role (36.5 hours per week on a 5/7 contract) with early, mid, and late shifts (7:30am–8:30pm), including weekend work, based at a world-class university.
About you
You’re passionate, motivated, and ready to grow as a chef in a busy, rewarding kitchen.
A real passion for cooking great food, with previous junior chef experience ideal but not essential
An NVQ in Food Preparation is a bonus, with full training provided for the right candidate
Someone who thrives under pressure and enjoys a varied, fast-paced environment
A positive attitude with strong teamwork skills — personality matters just as much as ability
Eagerness to learn, develop, and be part of a supportive, hardworking team
Further information:
This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 36.5 hours per week.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jane Hately, Recruitment and Staff Engagement Coordinator on jh3809@bath.ac.uk,however please ensure that you submit your application through the university website.
Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, we can offer you a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time roles.
This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’ when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' and email campusserviceshr@bath.ac.uk the name of the person who referred you.
Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.
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